Tech Nation Rising: How the Type-59 Tilted the Tech Tree
Chapter 33

I Have a Road in Bear Country, It's Just a Little Riskier

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Chapter 33: I Have a Way in Bear Country, It's Just a Bit Risky

Since Song Xiyun had requested a meeting, Wu Changqing, the director of the Second Textile Factory, naturally had to go.

After all, Song Xiyun's standing was undeniable, and he also wanted to understand the purpose of the meeting.

Furthermore, Wu Changqing was full of curiosity and longing for the 077 Machinery Military Factory.

This military factory was the only successful third-tier military factory in their city that had undergone transformation.

He really wanted to know its secret.

Perhaps he could learn some valuable experience from it to help his own factory overcome its difficulties.

Therefore, Wu Changqing readily accepted Song Xiyun's invitation. (Master of Success: Dare to strive, have the courage to go all-in!)

At six in the evening, Lin Chenran and Song Xiyun arrived at the agreed location on time.

As soon as they entered the restaurant, they saw Wu Changqing already waiting at a table.

At this moment, Wu Changqing's face showed a hint of anxiety, as if he couldn't wait to meet them.

As the two approached, Song Xiyun introduced them, "Director Wu, this is the director of our 077 Machinery Military FactoryLin Chenran."

Lin Chenran stepped forward with a smile, warmly shaking Wu Changqing's hand and saying, "Hello! Director Wu! It's a pleasure to meet you!"

Facing such an enthusiastic Lin Chenran, Wu Changqing was a little surprised, but he quickly recovered and replied with a smile, "Hello! Director Lin! I'm also honored to meet you."

Wu Changqing sized up Lin Chenran before him, his eyes full of disbelief.

The young man in front of him looked too immature, his vibrant youthful energy and immaturity impossible to hide.

He recalled that when he was this age, he was just a naive young man just starting out in society.

Now, the young Lin Chenran had already reached the position of director at the 077 Machinery Military Factory!

Not only that, but this young man had also led the 077 Machinery Military Factory to design and develop the now explosively popular Type 59 Civilian Engineering Vehicle.

This model quickly became a hit upon its release, with sales soaring, bringing the once-struggling 077 Machinery Military Factory back from the brink and making it a leader among Yan Country's third-tier military factories.

Superior leaders even regarded the 077 Machinery Military Factory as a benchmark, comparing other military factories to it—look how the 077 Machinery Military Factory managed to "turn its fortunes around," while you're just slacking off here?

After the three, who had just met, sat down, Lin Chenran signaled the waiter to serve the dishes and ordered a bottle of wine.

He smiled and said to Wu Changqing, "Let's eat and chat!"

When the food and wine were served, Lin Chenran raised his glass and toasted Wu Changqing.

Wu Changqing quickly stood up in response, expressing his gratitude.

The three raised their glasses together and downed the baijiu in their cups.

Afterward, Lin Chenran poured another full glass.

They continued to chat casually!

Lin Chenran didn't rush to state his purpose to Wu Changqing.

After all, he wasn't foolish enough to reveal his "trump card" so soon.

At this moment, Wu Changqing, sitting beside them, showed a look of urgency.

This was mainly because he really wanted to know the purpose of Lin Chenran and Song Xiyun's invitation to dinner.

Since Lin Chenran and the other hadn't stated their purpose, He had no choice but to make a small sacrifice and use a brick to attract jade, hoping to draw out their reason for inviting him.

Wu Changqing began to lament how difficult it had been for him to become the director of the Second Textile Factory.

With warehouses full of unsold light industrial goods, the entire factory was currently at a standstill.

Meanwhile, Lin Chenran and Song Xiyun exchanged a glance, a faint smile appearing on their faces.

The plan had successfully taken its first step.

Just as they had expected, Wu Changqing had fallen into their trap.

They weren't afraid of him not taking the bait; they were afraid he wouldn't budge.

Lin Chenran smiled slightly, a hint of cunning flashing in his eyes, and said, "Director Wu, why don't you consider going into sales? Become a reseller, and perhaps you can carve out a niche for yourself!"

He paused and continued, "You know, your Second Textile Factory has quite formidable strength!"

Hearing this, Wu Changqing couldn't help but be moved, but he still put on a bitter smile and said helplessly, "We have indeed tried to sell our products, but the results were not very satisfactory..."

He knew the situation at his factory all too well, especially how the previous director's blind production had led to a mountain of unsold light industrial goods.

What was worse, the factory had previously borrowed several million from the bank, and now the bank was constantly pressing for repayment, putting immense pressure on them.

For the Second Textile Factory, every minute and second felt incredibly urgent.

Wu Changqing had also tried the "reseller path" that Lin Chenran mentioned, but due to a lack of professional channels and experience, he had ultimately failed to achieve significant results.

Wu Changqing directly played the victim, his voice choked with tears, and pleaded, "Director Lin, Old Song, only your 077 Machinery Military Factory can save our Second Textile Factory now!"

"No, no, no! Director Wu, what are you doing?"

Lin Chenran saw this and quickly interrupted the other party's "acting."

He thought, His acting still needs improvement!

However, for Lin Chenran, his objective had been achieved.

At this moment, Song Xiyun, who was sitting nearby, also spoke up to comfort him, saying, "That's right, what is Old Wu doing!"

"Alas! I have no choice, I was driven to this desperate measure as a last resort."

Wu Changqing sighed with a look of helplessness.

Afterward, he picked up the white wine glass on the table, tilted his head back, and drank it down in one gulp, making a "thump" sound, as if swallowing all his troubles.

Lin Chenran watched the scene before him, thinking the time was ripe, and said calmly, "Since our brother factory is in trouble, we will definitely help with all our might."

Wu Changqing's heart leaped upon hearing this, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on his face.

He couldn't believe his ears; he never expected Lin Chenran to agree so readily.

Previously, Wu Changqing had used his connections to seek help from others, but without exception, they had all refused.

It was no wonder, as all the Third-tier Factories in Yan Country were in precarious situations and could barely fend for themselves.

Who would be idle enough to care about the fate of the Second Textile Factory?

At this time, all the Third-tier Factories were "sweeping the snow from their own doorstep and not worrying about the frost on others' roofs."

Helping the Second Textile Factory overcome its difficulties?

Don't even think about it!

They were all like "mud bodhisattvas crossing the river – unable to save themselves," so how could they possibly have the energy to help others?

And just then, Lin Chenran suddenly smiled slightly and then said unhurriedly, "I have a route in Bear Country. Although it's quite risky, the profits are very high. As the saying goes, fortune favors the bold."

"If this works out, after it's done, you will not only be able to clear out all the light industrial goods piled up in your warehouse but also gain a continuous stream of profit."

Upon hearing this, Wu Changqing's eyes widened, and he wore an expression of disbelief.

He couldn't help but mutter to himself, So that's how it is. Lin Chenran has his eyes on the light industrial goods in our Second Textile Factory's warehouse!

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